The Fladgate Partnership buys three estates
The Fladgate Partnership is a holding company that has businesses in Port Wine, tourism and distribution. Law firm EDGE is to act on behalf of The Fladgate Partnership for the purchase of three estates from
4 key differences between Champagne and Sparkling Wine
What do the bells of the New Year, weddings, and parties all have in common? a champagne bottle. Whatever the occasion, we are compelled to crack up a bottle of
An elegant rosé from a Douro newcomer
This rosé arrived recently on the shelves at Apolónia and the elegant design along with one of those natty glass (rather than cork or a screw top) stoppers caught my
Wine: An interesting Sauvignon Blanc from the Douro
New in at Apolónia a few weeks ago (€11.99), this Sauvignon Blanc varietal comes from a respected name on Douro wine. Lavradores de Feitoria is an unusual project, created in
Wine and tapas at Arvad Sunset Sessions
Quality wines and delicious tapas will be the main attractions of the Arvad Sunset Sessions, a series of events taking place at Arvad Wine in Estômbar every Thursday in August
Wine: Cabriz Encruzado Reserva
Only rarely do I dedicate this column to a wine made by one of Portugal’s mass producers, but occasionally I find it is worth revisiting some of the big names.
Escolhido rosé from Quinta dos Santos
Located just to the west of Carvoeiro in the Algarve, Quinta dos Santos is best known for its craft beers, but ongoing investment and an unwavering focus on quality has
Get to know the Algarve’s best food and wine
The best way to explore Portugal is through two things: its culture and its gastronomy. Besides being known for its beaches and coastline, as well as its rich history, Portugal
Wine talk: An elegant Douro varietal from the Viosinho grape
This wine was up for tasting at the Apolónia Lagoa store last weekend along with others from the same producer and it was the definite standout of the line-up for
Wine: Something new from M.O.B.
Fairly new on the market and only just in at Apolónia is Mini MOB, and no, it is not in a small bottle; the “mini” being an abbreviation of minimalist, meaning